Project Leader

Summary

Join Delivery Associates, a social impact consulting firm, as a Project Leader in Senegal. This 1-year contract role involves leading consulting teams working with governments and coalitions on public health projects in Africa. You will guide client teams, manage projects, and foster collaboration. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience in public health and project management. The role offers a remote work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and impactful organization. There is potential for contract extension based on performance.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s in public health preferred. Requisite years of professional experience in public health, public policy, and/or apprenticeship pathways will also be considered in lieu of formal education
• Have 7-9 years of relevant experience in the public sector, at consulting firms or international organizations with demonstrable client-facing delivery
• Demonstrate project and/or programme management experience, particularly in public health contexts
• Possess demonstrated experience in managing complex projects
• Have excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Have business-level proficiency in both French and English (spoken and written)
• Have existing right-to-work documentation, based in Senegal (or having the ability to relocate for the duration of your contract)

Responsibilities

• Work with governments and donors, engaging senior leaders in public sectors on their most complex challenges by building capabilities for delivering priority projects and informing data-driven decision-making
• Lead the day-to-day execution of projects while guiding and coaching client teams to deliver and sustain concrete results
• Facilitate problem-solving, collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement across silos
• Develop client reports, dashboards, and communication materials
• Participate in and lead internal initiatives and contribute to the organization and the Africa region's growth

Preferred Qualifications

Possess sector expertise in health on the African continent

Benefits

• Opportunities to engage with senior leaders and work on transformative projects
• Work with excellent colleagues in a talent-dense and diverse environment
• Be part of a growing organization committed to continuous improvement
• Work in a remote working environment with opportunities for global collaboration
• Receive competitive market rates for the effort put in
• May have opportunities for minimal team and business travel across the Africa region